Greenville deputies looking for man in attempted robbery

Friday

Feb 22, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Greenville County Sheriff's deputies have identified one suspect in an attempted robbery last week.

From staff reports

Greenville County Sheriff's deputies have identified one suspect in an attempted robbery last week.The sheriff's office said Friday that a warrant has been issued for the arrest of Marquis Syshawn Blassingame, 18, of 11 Trumpeter Lane, Simpsonville.Employees at ATL Fashions at 926 Poinsett Highway said on Feb. 16 four suspects entered the store – two armed with handguns – and attempted to rob them. One victim was bound with duct tape and three other victims were not allowed to leave. The suspects fled empty handed when a family member of the victims entered the store, according to the incident report.Authorities identified Blassingame as one of the subjects involved, and he is wanted on charges of attempted armed robbery, kidnapping, possession of a weapon during a violent crime and criminal conspiracy.Investigators are asking for anyone with information regarding this incident or the whereabouts of Blassingame to call CrimeStoppers at 23-CRIME.

Never miss a story

Choose the plan that's right for you.
Digital access or digital and print delivery.